At Vancouver Lake Crew we have everything you need to get out and enjoy the water. Dragon boating is a great group activity and anyone can participate. If you prefer solitude we have kayaks, rowing and soon SUP. It's free to try!

All information for Vancouver Lake's active Dragon Boating opportunities can be found at

For our Master members-- during the winter, spring and fall, TUESDAY (9:00 am) and SATURDAY (7:30 am) are coached rows (summer is Saturday time only). Many master rowers are meeting other mornings during the week if you need help with equipment. Please use the buddy system. Private lessons are also available.

Contact Coach Alan to sign up for an Introduction to Master Rowing Classes. Classes are open to all adults, no experience needed.

Looking for a fun and low-impact sport to try? Dragon boating is a fast-growing water sport; we are proud to be the first to introduce it to Vancouver.

It is simple to learn and difficult to master.

No experience is required.

After a quick land lesson, participants will don life jackets, grab their paddles and climb aboard.

We provide everything you need; please come dressed to be on the water and bring a water bottle.

We have a friendly group of paddlers who all started out just like you-they just showed up! For more information, practice times, or group activities go to https://www.meetup.com/VLCDBP/

Kayak - SUP - Outrigger Canoe - Surf Ski

Vancouver Lake Aquatic Center is now Clark County's paddling center.

There is a great deal to explore right on the lake. There are numerous nooks and crannies that are only accessible by small manually powered water craft. But the lake is also the start of the 32 mile Lewis River-Vancouver Lake Waterway Trail. Pack a lunch! Wait till you see the birds and water fowl!

You can keep your Kayak or SUP in our covered, secure storage trailer, and it will be ready and waiting for you. Outrigger canoe storage is also available.

"Coach Bill," as most of us knew him, was far more than just a rowing coach. For many of us Bill was a life coach. Coach Bill always said that rowing shouldn't be the first priority in our lives. He viewed things as Faith, Family, Friends, and then rowing. Bill had his priorities straight and throughout his life he touched the hearts of many, many people. Many people were able to see themselves differently and even find purpose in their own lives through rowing, all because of Bill.

We will all remember Bill as not only an amazing rowing coach, but an amazing man, who put others first and changed lives.

Mission Statement

Vancouver Lake Rowing Club's mission is to serve the youth of our community, adaptive rowers, at risk individuals, and adult rowers by teaching rowing technique, water safety, sportsmanship, teamwork, and stewardship of resources.